Max Lucado Is Here to Help You Begin Again

Few Christian teachers are as widely read and loved as Max Lucado. He’s the loveable uncle of the Christian publishing world whose books are a touchstone of hope and encouragement for everyone. Through homespun stories and Biblical teaching, Max has helped millions of believers take comfort in Christ’s love.

The impact of Max's books come from one simple rule:

“What can I say on Sunday that will still matter on Monday?”

All of Max’s teaching is there to help believers find encouragement when it’s needed and hope for when life is tough. Many of Max’s life lessons are hard-won, coming from his own story and journey of faith.

Born in San Angelo in Texas on January 11, 1955, Max Lucado is the youngest of four children. Books have always been a part of Max’s life. Even when he was at Abilene Christian University studying Communication, Max went door-to-door selling books to make ends meet. Being an author wasn’t always his life plan. Originally, Max Lucado wanted to be a lawyer. That plan was, however, changed when Abeline University required him to take a Biblical studies course. That, alongside a mission trip, changed Max’s mind and the plan that he had for his life. After graduation, Max became an associate minister in Miami. This was the time where he married Denalyn and the couple moved to become missionaries in Brazil.

In 1988 Max Lucado took on the role of a minister at Oak Hills Church in San Antonio where he served for almost 20 years before announcing his decision to step down in 2007. He still preaches there and spends his time writing books and sermons.

Max Lucado has written almost 100 books, starting with 'On the Anvil: Stories On Being Shaped into God's Image' up to his most recent book ‘Begin Again: Your Hope and Renewal Start Today’. Max has written for a wide range of readers and ages, but each one holds true to his rule of asking “What can I say on Sunday that will still matter on Monday?”.

Here’s the list of every Max Lucado book, according to his own website:

On the Anvil: Stories On Being Shaped into God's Image, 1985

No Wonder They Call Him the Savior, 1986

God Came Near, 1987

Six Hours One Friday, 1989

The Applause of Heaven, 1990

In the Eye of the Storm, 1991

And the Angels Were Silent, 1992

Just in Case You Ever Wonder, 1992; updated 2019

Tell Me the Story, 1992

He Still Moves Stones, 1993

Tell Me the Secrets, 1993

When God Whispers Your Name, 1994

The Children of the King, 1994

The Crippled Lamb, 1994

A Gentle Thunder, 1995

The Song of the King, 1995

In the Grip of Grace, 1996

General Editor, The Inspirational Study Bible, 1995

Walking With the Savior, 1996

God’s Inspirational Promises, 1996

The Glory of Christmas, 1996

Alabaster’s Song, 1996

You Are Special, 1997

Cosmic Christmas, 1997

The Great House of God, 1997

The Greatest Moments, 1997

Just Like Jesus, 1998

Let the Journey Begin, 1998

The Cross, 1998

Jacob’s Gift, 1998

The Christmas Child, 1998 (Formerly The Christmas Cross)

The Gift for All People, 1998

Because I Love You, 1999

When Christ Comes, 1999

Just the Way You Are, 1999

Grace for the Moment, 2000

All You Ever Need, 2000

He Chose the Nails, 2000

In the Footsteps of Jesus, 2000

Small Gifts in God’s Hands, 2000

Shaped By God (Formerly On The Anvil), 2001

With You All the Way, 2001

Travelling Light, 2001

You Are Mine, 2001

Safe in the Shepherd’s Arms, 2001

America Looks Up, 2001

Traveling Light Journal, 2001

One Incredible Moment, 2001

He Chose You, 2002

Just For You, 2002

Traveling Light for Mothers, 2002

If I Only Had a Green Nose, 2002

A Love Worth Giving, fall 2002

An Angel Story (Formerly Cosmic Christmas), 2002

Best of All, 2003

God Thinks You’re Wonderful, 2003

Just Like Jesus for Teens, 2003

Hermie: A Common Caterpillar, 2003

Next Door Savior, fall 2003

Come Thirsty, 2004

A Hat For Ivan, 2004

Flo, The Lyin’ Fly, 2004

It’s Not About Me, 2004

Everyday Blessings, 2004

Punchinello and the Most Marvelous Gift, 2004

Punchinello One of a Kind, 2004

Webster The Scaredy Spider, 2004

Lucia and the Razzly Dazzly Wemberry Pies, 2004

The 12 Bugs of Christmas, 2004

A Fruitcake Christmas, 2005

The Way Home, A Princess Story, 2005

Stanley The Stink Bug, 2006

Cure For The Common Life, fall 2005

Turn, 2005

God’s Mirror, 2005

God’s Promises For You, 2006 (Updated Edition)

Your Special Gift, 2006

Grace For The Moment II, 2006

Facing Your Giants, 2006

The Oak In The Acorn, 2006

The Christmas Candle, 2006

For These Tough Times, 2006

Coming Home, 2007

Milo The Mantis Who Wouldn’t Pray, 2007

You! God’s Brand New Idea, 2007

3:16 The Numbers of Hope, Fall 2007

Every Day Deserves A Chance, 2007

Buzby and The Grumble Bees, 2007

Cast of Characters, 2008

His Name Is Jesus, 2009

Fearless, 2009

Tallest of the Smalls, 2009

Outlive Your Life, 2010

One Hand Two Hands, 2010

You Changed My Life, 2010

You Can Be Everything God Wants You to Be, 2010

General Editor, Lucado Life Lesson Study Bible, 2010

This Is Love, 2011

Lived Loved, 2011

Max on Life, 2011

God’s Story, Your Story, 2011 (retitled 2016)

Lucado Inspirational Reader, 2011

Great Day Every Day (previous title- Every Day Deserves a Chance), 2012

Cast of Character: Lost and Found, 2012

Grace, 2012

Grace Happens Here, 2012

The Boy and The Ocean, 2012

Who Is This Jesus, 2012

You’ll Get Through This, 2013

God Will Carry You Through, 2013

Itsy Bitsy Christmas, 2013

On Calvary’s Hill, 2013

Before Amen, 2014

Miracle at Higher Grounds Café, 2014

The Lucado Inspirational Reader, 2013

Dad Time, 2014

Glory Days, 2015

God is With You Every Day, 2015

More to Your Story (previously titled, God’s Story, Your Story), 2016

Because of Bethlehem, 2016

Anxious for Nothing, 2017

Trade Your Cares for Calm, 2017

Scaredy Cat, 2017

Unshakable Hope, 2018

Praying the Promises, 2018

Unshakable Hope Promise Book for Students, 2018

God Always Keeps His Promises (Unshakable Hope for Kids) 2018

How Happiness Happens, 2019

Happy Today Journal, 2019

Jesus, the God Who Knows Your Name, 2020 (includes some original content)

Grace for the Family Devotional, 2020

Lucado Encouraging Word Bible, 2020 (updated notes & formatting)

You Are Never Alone, September 2020

Begin Again, January 2021 (compilation includes some original content)

God Will Help You, (gift book) January 2021

Anxious for Nothing Young Readers Edition, July 2021

Max Lucado’s bestselling and best-loved books include the Wemmicks series of books for children. The Wemmiks are a collection of walking, talking wooden puppets made by a creator, and feature characters like Punchinello who learns all about who he is and why he is more special than he realises. The illustrations and characters have a warm, Italian folk-tale feel to them, much in the way of Pinocchio. Max’s own father was of Italian origin, making the connection to the books altogether more personal and endearing.

With titles like Anxious for Nothing, Unshakeable Hope, God Will Use This for Good and You’ll Get Through This, it’s easy to see encouragement is baked into everything Max Lucado writes. In his own words, Max “writes books for people who don’t read books.” Rather, Max’s books are more like sermons put to paper...which is what they are. All of Max’s books begin as sermon series usually delivered from the stage at Oak Hills Church. From there they are bound in hardback or paperback and land on bookshelves around the world.

But it’s not all books. There are also group Bible studies based on Max’s books, DVD courses, animated children’s DVDs and even feature films based on Max’s work.

Resurrection, for example, is a feature-length dramatisation of the Easter story based on one of Max Lucado’s own stories.

As well as teaching and Bible study, Max has tried his hand at fiction. Not long ago, he penned Miracle at Higher Grounds Cafe, a story based on a supernatural cafe with a connection to the divine and the question “What if you could ask God anything?”.

Just because Max describes his books and stories as being written “for people who don’t read books” doesn’t mean they aren’t a delight to read. Like time spent in company with a good friend, readers can’t seem to get enough for Max’s warm and witty books.

If you are new to Max Lucado, or just want to find Max’s latest book, then look no further than ‘Begin Again’.

‘Begin Again’ is all about finding hope in second chances and starting over. The whole book is based on a simple acronym:

Believe in Your Trustworthy God

Enjoy God’s Good Gifts

Ground Yourself in His Promises

Influence Your World

Nurture an Eternal Perspective

By bringing together new and collected writings from Max, Begin Again offers a route to anybody in need of a fresh start. It’s an encouraging introduction to a Christian writer and teacher who has helped millions find hope for the future and freedom from worry. His signature blend of Biblical teaching and wisdom is an inspiration to all. There is no better time to start again than now, and Max Lucado’s books will guide you in getting where you want to be.

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